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Young Player Makes Debut

Updated 2026-08-12 23:25 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Teenage striker Brian Madjo scored on his Aston Villa debut in the Uefa Super Cup, ending an eight-month wait for a competitive game. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami CF after his father's death.

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ESPN

Messi back on Miami bench after father's death

Lionel Messi rejoined Inter Miami CF on Wednesday following the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, for its Leagues Cup game against Club Leon on the bench at Nu Stadium.

2026-08-13 00:16 UTC

BBC Sport

Fearless Madjo, 17, ends eight-month wait with dream Villa debut

Teenage striker Brian Madjo scores on his Aston Villa debut in Uefa Super Cup defeat by Paris St-Germain to end eight-month wait for a chance to play in competitive games.

2026-08-12 23:16 UTC